Esther Williams was recognized by the Greater Bandon Association as Bandon’s Volunteer of the Month at the September 9th meeting of Bandon’s City Council. GBA presents this award to one the many outstanding individuals that contribute to making Bandon a better community to live in. Esther was presented the award in form of a plaque and a gift certificate from Bandon Mercantile.

Esther was first elected to the Southern Coos Hospital Board of Directors in May 2011. Since September 2012 she has served as Board Chairperson. Esther also has served the City of Bandon as a member of its Parks and Recreation Commission for over a decade. On two occasions, she was voted to lead the Commission as its Chairperson. She has volunteered on the board of directors and as a trustee for several Bandon’s non-profit organizations, including the Greater Bandon Association.

The Greater Bandon Association will be honoring one of Bandon’s many volunteers that are making a difference in the community each month. Nominations for the September award should be e-mailed to harv@greaterbandon.org or mailed to P.O. Box 161 by close of business on September 27^th.